S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek
GoodFergus County, Montana · 12M N Grass Range · Structure no. P00061056+03731
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 92 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 465
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek in Fergus County, Montana. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Montana average of 47 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 465 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 488 by 2043. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek carry?
About 465 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns S 19 over South Fork Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.